10 Korean Culture Facts That Surprise Tourists
When visiting a country for the first time, it’s common to experience culture shock. No matter how well travelled we are, every country is a… Read More »10 Korean Culture Facts That Surprise Tourists
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Korean Alcohol – Must Try Korean Drinks!
The popularity of Korean alcohol has been rapidly rising over the past few years. However, while it’s now easy to find soju and makgeolli in… Read More »Korean Alcohol – Must Try Korean Drinks!
Daebak Box Review – Korean Gift Box
If you’re a fan of subscription boxes and Korean culture then it’s likely that you are already familiar with Daebak Box from The Daebak Company.… Read More »Daebak Box Review – Korean Gift Box
Hanbok Rental in Seoul – Ultimate Guide
Wearing Hanbok and visiting the palaces of Seoul is one of the most popular traditional activities in Korea. It’s also one of the most unique… Read More »Hanbok Rental in Seoul – Ultimate Guide
Christmas in Korea: What You Need to Know
When I first moved to Korea in 2016, I had a great time. In fact, in the first few months, I had a ‘honeymoon’ period… Read More »Christmas in Korea: What You Need to Know
Mountains in Seoul. Where to Climb, Korean Mountain Culture and More
Seoul, and Korea in general, is known for being hyper-modern and very urban. While this is definitely true, there is also another side to Seoul.… Read More »Mountains in Seoul. Where to Climb, Korean Mountain Culture and More
Essential Guide to Chuseok & Seollal Activities
Forget Christmas and Thanksgiving – in Korea, the two big holidays are Chuseok and Seollal. Occurring in late January/early February and late September/early October, these… Read More »Essential Guide to Chuseok & Seollal Activities
GSL Studio: The Heart and Seoul of Starcraft
Gangnam is famous for being a ritzy, chic neighbourhood. Fashionable duds, rich athletes, and big-budget TV productions are commonplace in the wide streets of the… Read More »GSL Studio: The Heart and Seoul of Starcraft
13 Things Korea Does Best!
Every country is famous for some things, whether good or bad. Korea is, of course, no exception. I thought long and hard about this list,… Read More »13 Things Korea Does Best!
Why You Shouldn’t Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung is the most famous palace in Korea and the most visited by tourists to Korea. However, this is exactly why it isn’t the best palace… Read More »Why You Shouldn’t Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
Should You Visit Boryeong Mud Festival?
Located about 2 and a half hours from Seoul, Boryeong is known mostly for one thing. Mud. One of Korea’s largest festivals, the Boryeong Mud… Read More »Should You Visit Boryeong Mud Festival?